Able Bodied Seaman

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group’s Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems . Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Able Seaman to join our team aboard the HST Alakai. As an Able Seaman, you will play a crucial role in the operation and maintenance of the vessel, ensuring the safety, security, and efficiency of maritime operations. Your responsibilities will include navigation, deck maintenance, cargo handling, and various tasks necessary for the safe and effective operation of the ship.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Know the location of all safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire and bilge pumps, fire hoses, lifejacket lockers, emergency lighting, first aid supplies and rescue equipment.
• Know proper lifejacket donning methods.
• Participate in the operation of the vessel within the legal requirements of the USCG and other pertinent regulatory agencies under the supervision of the Mate.
• Monitor safety issues and report hazards to the Mate for correction.
• Participate in Safety, Seamanship and other training as required.
• Participate in drills as directed by the Mate.
• Participate in meetings as requested.
• Ensure that safety equipment is provided and properly used for all tasks involving physical hazards.
• Assist, under the direction of the Mate, with the safe mooring, docking of the vessel in a variety of weather and water stage conditions.
• Assist with routine maintenance, painting and clean up as instructed by the Mate.
• Stay aware of guest service and safety issues and provide regular and dependable feedback to the Master by way of the Mate.
• Must be capable of working on vessel in all types of weather conditions during day and night hours.
• Wear the proper uniform and be well groomed at all times.
• Wear a work vest when participating in the mooring of the vessel or undertaking other exposed duties.
• Must be able to make independent decisions yet follow orders in an emergency.
• Marine operations are subject to varying levels of motion, movement and vibration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Valid Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC)
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate
• AB Unlimited Endorsement
• Valid TWIC Card
• Ability to pass a physical exam
• Ability to pass a written exam

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